How to Play 4-notes Montuno with Salsa Songs - Salsa Piano Basics

Salsa Piano Basics

Do you dance Salsa? Did you ever want to play Salsa piano? If so, this channel is for you!!
In this channel, I will be sharing what I learn as I’m learning salsa and jazz piano in my 40’s.

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This video is part of "Salsa Piano Basics" series.
In this video, I'm going to show you how to play basic 4-notes montuno and their application to 4 songs, "Lalala," "Tructu," "Cachondea," and "La Malanga." If you don't know the concept of the "2-3 and 3-2 clave beats," make sure to check out my video, "How to Play Salsa Clave" first!
   • How to Play Salsa Clave - Salsa Piano Basics  
To practice songs on this video, check out my play along video as well.
   • 4 notes Montuno Play Along (2-3 clave) - S...  

0:00 – Intro
0:51 – What is 4-notes montuno?
1:32 – The reason for learning 2-3 clave montuno first
2:12 – Practicing the 2-3 clavemontuno beats (by clapping)
2:24 - Practicing the 2-3 clave montuno beats with a metronome (by clapping)
3:09 – Using the “Salsa Rhythm” App to practice montuno
3:35 – Practicing montuno pattern with clave beats (2-3)
3:55 – Why it’s important to practice the montuno with not only with clave but with conga and bass pattern
4:39 – How to play montuno for “Lalala” by Direct Latin Influence
4:46 – Review of note names
6:29 – Play “Lalala” by Direct Latin Influence with music
6:42 – How to play montuno for “Tructu” by Tommy Olivencia
7:54 – Play “Tructu” by Tommy Olivencia with music
8:15 – How to play montuno for “Cachondea” by Fruko y Sus Tesos
9:47 – Play “Cachondea” by Fruko y Sus Tesos with music
10:00 – How to play montuno for “La Malanga” by Eddie Palmieri
10:51 – Play “La Malanga” by Eddie Palmieri with music

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Warning:
Make sure to warm up before the practice and stretch after your practice. Avoid straining your hands, arms, and shoulders by excessive practicing. Remember, doing short practices often throughout the day is better than doing a long practice one time a day!

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(I am in an all-female 11pc salsa band, “Sabrosas” in San Diego, CA. I used to play violin and sing chorus, but now I play piano. I also joined another salsa band, “Rumba y Soul” and play piano there too.)

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https://sabrosas-latinorquesta.com/

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